Engineer V, Mechanical (Oil & Gas)

RPT Alliance LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowman seeks an Engineer V, Mechanical (Oil & Gas) in Houston, TX to lead the mechanical engineering team and drive design and integration of complex systems. This senior role requires strategic planning, coordination with stakeholders, and ensuring adherence to engineering standards and regulations.

The candidate will oversee equipment sizing, analyses, and deliverables, while guiding cross-functional teams through project implementation and reporting.

Qualifications

• Ten+ years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering.
• PE licensure preferred but not required.
• Extensive knowledge of mechanical principles and practices.
• Proficiency with mechanical engineering software and tools.
• Ability to read, interpret, and create technical drawings, schematics, and specs.
• Strong understanding of power distribution, control systems and electrical equipment.
• Knowledge of industry codes, regulations, and best practices.
• Ability to develop and implement mechanical engineering standards and guidelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and analytical skills.
• Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the mechanical engineering team.
• Oversee design and integration of mechanical systems.
• Provide technical guidance and strategic planning.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Perform equipment sizing, analyses, and deliverables.
• Support design, procurement, construction, commissioning.
• Present deliverables to project members and leadership.
• Monitor progress and report against project plans.
• Input to strategic decisions for the function.
• Prepare and review equipment, BOMs, and specs.

Skills

10+ years experience

Mechanical principles

Power distribution

Electrical equipment

Industry codes

Engineering standards

Communication

English proficiency

Technical drawings

Software for mechanical Eng.

Education

PE licensure preferred

Tools

Engineering software

Job description

Bowman has an opportunity for an Engineer V, Mechanical (Oil & Gas) to join our team in Houston, TX.

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Overview

Hold the most senior position in the mechanical engineering department. Lead and manage the mechanical engineering team, oversee the design and integration of mechanical systems, and provide technical expertise and guidance. Your role will involve strategic planning, project coordination, stakeholder management, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design Review
• Stakeholder Management
• Fit/Gap Analysis
• Project Implementation
• Needs Analysis
• Project Scoping & Scope Management
• Project Status Reporting

Responsibilities:

• Perform equipment sizing and selection, alternative analyses and other deliverables.
• Support the engineering, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning of facilities.
• Present engineering and design deliverables to project members, cross-functional teams, senior leadership, external vendors, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Plan, forecast, and actualize deliverable progress to support project reporting and schedule requirements.
• Identify scope changes and estimate impact to effort and schedule.
• Support proposal efforts by evaluating RFP scope, identifying list of deliverables and estimating effort required.
• Monitors progress and performance against the project plan.
• Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility.
• Prepares, reviews, and approves electrical equipment, conduit, and wiring calculations, requisitions, lists, studies, reports, BOMs, and designs.

Success Metrics and Competencies

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
• Aspirations to grow professionally and advance within the company.

Qualifications

• Ten or more (10+) years of relevant experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure preferred.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in mechanical principles and practices.
• Advanced proficiency in mechanical engineering software and tools.
• Ability to interpret and create technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• In-depth understanding of power distribution, control systems and electrical equipment.
• Strong knowledge of industry codes, regulations, and best practices.
• Ability to develop and implement mechanical engineering standards and guidelines.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and analytical skills – written and verbal.
• High level of personal integrity.
• Strong relationship capabilities.
• Proficient in both written and spoken English.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Occasionally outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
• Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Occasionally local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

About Bowman

Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.

A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.

Job Description Disclaimer

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

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